Border Bots VR

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 39 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
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"Border Bots VR is a puzzle simulation set in a future Earth governed by AI. As a human border agent, you must scrutinize robots' documents at a travel border, checking for anomalies and contraband. Upgrade your booth and home with earned credits, and engage with a range of quirky robot characters, learning about their unique personalities. Interactions with various gadgets add tactile depth to this immersive VR experience."

  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Play​Station
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Reviews

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews
humor8 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and humorous experience, reminiscent of 'Papers, Please' but with a unique VR twist and engaging robot characters.
  • The immersive VR controls and attention to detail create an enjoyable gameplay environment, making it a standout title for VR enthusiasts.
  • Players appreciate the cute aesthetics, entertaining dialogues, and the variety of mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging.
  • The game is criticized for its short playtime and lack of an endless mode, with many players wishing for longer shifts and more gameplay variety.
  • There are complaints about excessive dialogue and unskippable cutscenes, which disrupt the pacing and can lead to frustration during gameplay.
  • Some players found the controls to be janky and the overall graphics lacking polish, especially when compared to other high-end VR titles.
  • story15 mentions

    The game's story is described as engaging yet somewhat cheesy, with a comedic tone that adds depth to the experience. While the narrative and NPC interactions are praised, some players find the pacing uneven and the overall gameplay repetitive, leading to a desire for more content. Despite these critiques, many reviewers express satisfaction with the story's development and potential for future expansions.

    • “Decent story-driven job game (think Papers, Please but with a more comedic tone) with surprising depth and the controls are very intuitive.”
    • “It's surpassed all my expectations, especially when it comes to the story of the game.”
    • “They decided to put a large part of the 'story' and tutorial at the start, and the pacing is not great.”
    • “If I just consider what the game currently delivers and assume this is all the developers envisioned, taking into account the story, dialogues, and humor… I would say yes, but at a considerable discount.”
    • “The story is a bit cheesy, but the game is a ton of fun!”
  • gameplay13 mentions

    The gameplay is immersive and engaging, particularly with the implementation of VR controls and attention to detail, though it is noted to be relatively short and repetitive. Players enjoy the inspector role and NPC interactions, but feel that the game could benefit from deeper RPG mechanics to enhance replayability. Overall, it offers a fun experience, especially for those who appreciate simple graphics and gameplay focused on detail.

    • “I was excited to see how they implemented VR controls and the detail that went into setting up the world; it really made you feel immersed throughout the gameplay.”
    • “The game has an interesting story, good overall NPC interactions (which is where a good portion of the time seems to have been invested) and is fun… but fairly short and limited, which in this case isn’t necessarily linked with the length but rather the level of overall repetition and actual gameplay mechanics.”
    • “I see an opportunity for the developers to have, for example, built on top of mechanics from games like 'Papers, Please' to increase the RPG elements and have that impacting the game, which would possibly increase the gameplay mechanics, length, and replayability.”
    • “Recommended for people wanting a game with simple graphics and gameplay, where attention to detail is the main gameplay mechanic.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it hilarious and engaging, though some feel it can be overextended and repetitive. While the dialogue is praised for its comedic elements, a few reviewers suggest that the humor may appeal more to younger audiences and criticize the game for lacking depth and variety. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the experience, but opinions vary on its effectiveness and execution.

    • “I picked it up on a whim, but it's hilarious.”
    • “Hilarious, tactile, and incredible.”
    • “The game most likely delivers what it envisions, has good humor in its dialogues (sometimes overextended in my opinion) and it doesn’t have any noticeable bugs that break the game.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The game's aesthetic and music received positive feedback, but the graphics were criticized for lacking detail, particularly in textures, suggesting they are more suited for standalone headsets. Players recommend it for those who prefer simple graphics and gameplay, emphasizing that improvements in effects and shadows would enhance the PC VR experience.

    • “I liked the aesthetic of the game; the music is pretty fun as well.”
    • “But the textures are not detailed; it seems like they were made for standalone headsets. I feel that better graphics, effects, and shadow improvements would be appreciated in the PC VR version.”
    • “Recommended for people wanting a game with simple graphics and gameplay, where attention to detail is the main gameplay mechanic.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Reviewers note that the game has limited replayability, primarily due to its short completion time of around five hours and a lack of engaging modes to encourage multiple playthroughs. Suggestions for enhancing replayability include incorporating more RPG elements and mechanics that could diversify gameplay experiences.

    • “I see an opportunity for the developers to build on mechanics from games like 'Papers, Please' to enhance the RPG elements, which could positively impact gameplay mechanics, length, and replayability.”
    • “The game should take roughly 5 hours to complete, but there isn't currently a mode that promotes replayability other than trying to complete it faster for a higher score, which can be tedious considering the amount of dialogue in between.”
    • “I see an opportunity for the developers to have, for example, built on top of mechanics from games like 'Papers, Please' to increase the RPG elements and have that impact the game, which would possibly increase the gameplay mechanics, length, and replayability.”
    • “The game should take roughly 5 hours to complete, and there isn’t currently a mode that promotes replayability other than trying to complete it faster with a higher score, which can be tedious considering the amount of dialogue in between.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally good, providing solid performance at 120Hz with a 6950 XT; however, players occasionally experience minor microstutters, particularly during rapid movements.

    • “Good performance, solid 120Hz with a 6950 XT, but I do get little microstutters from time to time.”
    • “Every once in a while, I experience some stuttering, especially when I whip my head around too fast.”
    • “The game frequently drops frames during intense action sequences, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I often encounter long loading times that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is described as enjoyable and complements its aesthetic, contributing to an overall fun experience.

    • “I liked the aesthetic of the game; the music is pretty fun as well.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as it takes about 5 hours to complete with limited replayability options, primarily focused on achieving faster completion times and higher scores amidst lengthy dialogues.

    • “The game should take roughly 5 hours to complete, and there isn’t currently a mode that promotes replayability other than trying to complete it faster with a higher score, which can be tedious considering the amount of dialogue in between.”
    • “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game, making it hard to stay motivated.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes monotonous, detracting from the overall experience.”
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Play time

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